Diagnostic tests for pleuropneumonia (Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae) (2/2)
The best approach is to submit dead pigs or live affected pigs to the diagnostic laboratory for post-mortem examination.
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Russia - African Swine Fever at Russian-Ukrainian border
Following the detection of African swine fever [ASF] in Gukovo, measures have been undertaken by Rosselkhoznadzor.
Invasion of endothelial cells by systemic and nasal strains of Haemophilus parasuis
Invasion of endothelial cells is a virulence mechanism of H. parasuis that may be related to the ability of some strains to cause meningitis.
Diagnostic tests for pleuropneumonia (Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae) (1/2)ae
There are 15 recognised serotypes of APP (designated 1 – 15) that greatly differ in their virulence potential.
China - Foot and mouth disease in swine
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has reported a new outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in pigs in China.
Swine influenza virus reassorted with Pandemic H1N1 virus isolated from pig
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) had found in its regular influenza virus surveillance programme that one sample taken from a pig at the Sheung Shui Slaughterhouse on January 7 contained a virus which was essentially a swine influenza virus but had picked up a pandemic H1N1 gene by genetic reassortment. There is no cause for alarm for public health and pork remains safe for consumption. Government is closely monitoring developments and shall continue to keep the public informed.
Proof of concept for the reduction of classical swine fever infection in pigs by a novel viral polymerase inhibitor
This study provides the first proof of concept for the prophylaxis/treatment of CSFV infection in pigs.
The third European Porcine Circovirus Research Award honours scientists from Spain and Denmark
Diseases associated with PCV2 infection (PCVD) belong to the most devastating diseases in swine worldwide. Fortunately, since a few years, losses attributed to this disease complex can be controlled very effectively by vaccinating piglets.
Postweaning Wasting Catabolic Syndrome (PWCS)
The cause of PWCS is unknown. Clinically, PWCS waxes and wanes in affected farms, and is not predictable. The majority of pigs with PWCS die, increasing mortality in 3 to 9 week old pigs from 1-2% to 6-10% on most affected farms.
Progressive Zoning Approach in the Final Phase of FMD Control and Eradication in the Philippines (2/2)
As a result of dedicated implementation of guidelines for the progressive zoning approach, the zero case scenarios was sustained to date, with continuous complementation of stricter animal movement management and sustained cooperation of all concerned stake holders. Luzon at present is virtually divided into three zones.
Philippines - ERV diagnostic lab gets upgrade
The Philippine Bureau of Animal Industry and the Food and Agriculture Organisation recently inaugurated the renovated Ebola Diagnostic Laboratory.
Progressive Zoning Approach in the Final Phase of FMD Control and Eradication in the Philippines (1/2)
The recognition of Mindanao and Visayas-Palawan-Masbate by OIE as FMD free zones without vaccination were two of the most significant achievements by the National FMD Control and Eradication Project.
Isolation of Escherichia coli from piglets in South Korea with diarrhea and characteristics of the virulence genes
Escherichia coli was isolated from the feces of 122 piglets with diarrhea on 55 farms in Korea. The virulence genes of each isolate were characterized by polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
Taiwan – Outbreak of foot and mouth disease
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has reported a new outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in pigs inTaiwan.
Denmark - Reduction of the consumption of antibiotics in livestock
The Danish Food Minister, Eva Kjer Hansen, wants to introduce a ”yellow card”-scheme on vets and farmers who use too many antibiotics.
Russia - Classical swine fever in wild boars
The Russian veterinary authorities have notified the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) about a new case of Classical swine fever in wild boars.